Gouden rutielkwarts specimen (Brazilië)

The raw, natural edges of this piece give it such an authentic feel, and the way the golden threads weave through the quartz is mesmerizing. It's slightly smaller than I expected from the photos, but the clarity of the crystal more than makes up for it.

The golden needles catch the light beautifully, much more vivid than in the photos. I've been admiring how the internal lines shift as I rotate it in my hand. It feels substantial and natural, exactly what I hoped for from a raw specimen.

I was worried the quartz would look cloudy in person, but the golden needles are incredibly clear and bright against the crystal. The piece has a nice weight to it and the natural termination point is beautiful.